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    What should I purchase?

    in Speech-Language Pathology Forum

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    1 hour ago, bibliophile222 said:

    This is a reply I wrote for an identical question back in July. If you search the forum I'm sure you'll find several similar posts with lots of great information!

    1. Some sort of planning system, whether it's a physical planner or on your phone/computer. There are so many moving pieces in grad school that I can't imagine not using a planner--I'd probably forget about half my deadlines! And this is coming from someone who NEVER used a planner before grad school!

    2. A working laptop. Pretty much everyone in my cohort brings their laptop to school every day to take notes or just do work.  It does NOT have to be fancy, just something that is fairly portable and not likely to break down anytime soon, ideally with a decent battery life. If you already have a nice computer, then that's fine, but don't feel like you have to get the latest MacBook Air or anything that will wreck your budget!

    3. A clipboard with storage. Mine has enough room to hold miscellaneous papers for 2-3 clients at a time, my audio recorder, and a couple pens. 

    4. An audio recorder that ISN'T your phone. Seriously. Most people just use their phone as an audio backup, but some people have had trouble with their phones stopping part-way through if they also decide to record video or use a phone app during the session. I have this audio recorder here:  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XFTWCBJ/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and I absolutely adore it. The sound quality is excellent and it has a USB drive so I can download files onto my computer.

    5. Nice pens! You'll be doing a lot of writing, so you might as well use pens that make you happy. I'm partial to Pentel Energels.

    6. A lot of people will say a laminator. Honestly, so far I haven't seen the need for it. I've used self-adhesive laminating sheets for the few things I've needed laminated, so I don't think a laminator would have been worth it for me. Also, some schools have a laminator for student use, so I would double-check before you buy anything pricey.

    7. I don't think it's worth buying a penlight unless your school/internships have a strict no-phone policy in sessions. I use my phone flashlight and it does just fine. But to each their own, I guess.

    8. Maybe this should have been in the top five... Clinic-appropriate clothes! On-campus clinics tend to have stricter dress codes than your placement sites--for instance, I can wear sneakers at my placement, but not in our on-campus clinic. Get a good variety of business casual clothing: pants that aren't jeans, blouses, cardigans, skirts/dresses, close-toed shoes that aren't sneakers ? No cleavage, no exposed skin when you bend over or raise your arms, nothing really tight, and definitely wear pants if you're playing on the floor!

    9. Miscellaneous office supplies! Our grad room has scissors and tape, but I've had to use my own post-it notes, paperclips, and index cards.

    10. As far as any toys/games/materials go, I say skip it unless you're sure that you want to work in a school and need to start slowly accumulating materials. The school clinic and placements should have everything you need. If they don't, just do what your supervisor does and make do. Grad school is expensive enough as it is! Plus, if you're forced to make do with what you have, it makes you adaptable and hones your creativity!

    11. A combo printer/scanner/copier (this should also have been in the top five). This one isn't essential, just super convenient. Your school will probably have a printer you can use for clinic stuff, but ours isn't in color, so I have to use mine at home if I want color. Also, some professors are better than others with going digital, so some of them may give you a lot of handouts, and once you scan them you can get rid of them. 

    Wow this is very helpful! Thank you so much. I will definitely accumulate some of the little things over time but for the most part I have majority of these items. The only thing thats annoying is having to upgrade my wardrobe ?

    What a dilemma!

    in Speech-Language Pathology Forum

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    19 hours ago, Rezzy S. said:

    Personally, I wouldn't risk it. Can I ask how much more you have to pay? I know if it's an excessive amount it might feel like you're closing the door on your dream school even if you get in to it ?. Sorry you're in such a tough spot.

    I paid $500 already, the dp is $1000. So I owe $500 plus $150 for a background check 

    What a dilemma!

    in Speech-Language Pathology Forum

    Posted · Edited by SLPstudent1996

    My head is spinning, in the last two days I received waitlist status from my top two schools of choice and was accepted at my third choice. I’ve already made a partial deposit for my 3rd choice to reserve my seat. Now the deadlines are approaching for the remaining deposit that I owe, fees, registration.... With so little time (two weeks), I don't know if i’ll hear back from the other two waitlisted programs. Is it wise to decline my seat at the accepted school and risk the deposit money that i’ve paid so far and that I have to pay again soon... which is non refundable and the chance that I may not get accepted into the other two programs? 

    Yeshiva Speech Pathology

    in Speech-Language Pathology Forum

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    15 hours ago, Futureslp2021$ said:

    Does PACE have a good slp program?

    They are a fairly new program, I think this Fall will be their second cohort, the seats are very limited. I was told theres only 22 spots open for Fall admission. So far I've seen multiple people receive acceptance. They told me Mid April I'd hear back and I still haven't. 

    Need opinions ASAP!

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    Posted · Edited by SLPstudent1996
    Grammar

    A friend of mine is visiting her old college which I have applied to for their speech graduate program. She suggested I accompany her to the campus. Friends of mine believe that showing up at the communications department would improve my chances of acceptance into the program. I believe this stunt can go in two different directions. I fear that it may do more harm than good to show up unannounced. I also believe putting a face to my name reiterates my interest in the program and will help the committee recall my interview clearer. What are some opinions on visiting the department without invitation? 

    Decision Deadline before April 15..HELP!

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    On 3/8/2019 at 11:20 AM, curlyq177 said:

    Hi guys! Touro is forcing me to make a decision (with a security deposit) next week before the April 15th deadline. I asked for an extension and they gave me a few more days, but nothing that was actually helpful. I was wondering if anyone else experienced this and if they have any advice on this matter :)

    Hope everyone else's acceptance process is going well 

    hey, when was your interview and how soon did it take for them to contact you with the decision? 

    Decision Deadline before April 15..HELP!

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    On 3/8/2019 at 11:20 AM, curlyq177 said:

    Hi guys! Touro is forcing me to make a decision (with a security deposit) next week before the April 15th deadline. I asked for an extension and they gave me a few more days, but nothing that was actually helpful. I was wondering if anyone else experienced this and if they have any advice on this matter :)

    Hope everyone else's acceptance process is going well 

    Hey, just curious how much is Touros deposit? 

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